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Positive Response to Vitadyne NanomedsFri, 14 Dec 2018 16:48:44 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/positive-response-to-vitadyne-nanomeds.7468/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/positive-response-to-vitadyne-nanomeds.7468/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsThe Interstellar Health Organisation (IHO) has delivered a preliminary report on the nanomedicines recently developed by Vitadyne Labs. The summary stated:
"Nanomedicine is a carefully regulated branch of medical science, with little scope for public application, but Vitadyne's nanomeds are more sophisticated and reliable than any existing product. Furthermore, Vitadyne's data regarding healing, disease treatment and extension of longevity has been verified."
"Having confirmed the product's effectiveness, IHO teams are now conducting independent tests with patients."
Media outlet Vox Galactica published this viewpoint from healthcare analyst Dr Himari Grey:
"The pharmaceutical industry is astonished that a small company like Vitadyne could produce something so advanced. Professor Katrien Rook's credentials are impeccable, of course, but this is a work of genius. These nanomeds could be the most exciting thing in medicine for decades."

Source: Galnet News]]>0Week in ReviewFri, 14 Dec 2018 16:48:44 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/week-in-review.7467/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/week-in-review.7467/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsHere are this week's major stories.
A new networked system named the Codex has been released to the galactic community.
The Codex is a joint initiative from the Pilots Federation and Universal Cartographics, which announced that the system had been automatically uploaded to all vessels registered with the Pilots Federation.
Two new ships marketed towards independent pilots have been released. The Mamba, from Zorgon Petersen, is reputedly one of the fastest ships in production, while the Krait Phantom, manufactured by Faulcon DeLacy, has been envisaged as a multi-role vessel.
Hadrian Augustus Duval, the long-lost grandson of Emperor Hengist Duval, has broadcast a message to the Empire in which he emphasised his humble background and stressed that he had lived an ordinary life. He concluded with the words: "I've seen how diminished the Empire has become, and I know that new leadership is sorely needed."
Meanwhile, the Interstellar Health Organisation has delivered a preliminary report on the nanomedicines recently developed by Vitadyne Labs. The report states that Vitadyne's nanomeds are more sophisticated and reliable than any existing product, and that Vitadyne's data regarding healing, disease treatment and extension of longevity has been verified.
In other news, conflict has erupted between two factions in the Wally Bei system. Hostilities were triggered after the Wally Bei Technical claimed to have discovered stolen food shipments aboard their rival's transport vessels. This was denied in an official response by Traditional Wally Bei Constitution Party. Military leaders from both factions have issued calls to independent combat pilots, offering rewards for their support.
Finally, an initiative to deliver rare commodities to an esoteric cult in the Zlota system has concluded. Barnabas Cole, leader of the Children of Tothos, submitted a handwritten message to the media that read: "By helping us, you free yourselves. You will feel the light of our testament fill you, just as it fills the heavens."
And those are the main stories this week.

Source: Galnet News]]>0Children of Tothos Initiative ConcludesThu, 13 Dec 2018 18:05:28 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/children-of-tothos-initiative-concludes.7466/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/children-of-tothos-initiative-concludes.7466/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsAn initiative to deliver rare commodities to an esoteric cult in the Zlota system has concluded.
Independent traders provided Aganippe Rush, Motrona Experience Jelly and Onion Head for a ceremony to be performed by the Children of Tothos. Other pilots protected the rare goods from being taken by pirates.
Barnabas Cole, leader of the Children of Tothos, gave another handwritten message to the media:
"By helping us, you free yourselves. You will feel the light of our testament fill you, just as it fills the heavens."
The initiative was organised by Zlota Federal Holdings, which allegedly counts some high-ranking officials as cult members. Contributing pilots can now collect their rewards from Nusslein-Volhard Settlement in the Zlota system.

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https://gonegeeky.com/threads/battle-commences-in-wally-bei-system.7465/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsConflict has erupted between two opposing factions in the Wally Bei system.
Hostilities were triggered after Wally Bei Technical claimed to have discovered stolen food shipments aboard their rival's transport vessels. The faction's spokesperson said:
"Robbing innocent people of vital supplies is nothing less than an act of war, and we are treating it as such."
This was denied in an official response by Traditional Wally Bei Constitution Party :
"This outrageous accusation is intended to drive off our trade partners and damage our economy. We won't tolerate such slander!"
Military leaders from both Wally Bei Technical and the Traditional Wally Bei Constitution Party have issued calls to independent combat pilots, offering rewards for their support.
The two factions have set out week-long operations that will begin on the 13th of December 3304.

Source: Galnet News]]>0Hadrian Duval Addresses the EmpireThu, 13 Dec 2018 18:05:28 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/hadrian-duval-addresses-the-empire.7464/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/hadrian-duval-addresses-the-empire.7464/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsHadrian Augustus Duval, the long-lost grandson of Emperor Hengist Duval, has broadcast a message to the Empire:
"I am no wealthy senator from an entitled family, but someone who has lived an ordinary life. Someone who understands the hardships faced by many Imperial citizens."
"As Hadrian Jansen, I was a poor child with no family other than my father. Together we scraped a living as independent traders. He never spoke of his past – not even when he died two years ago. That was when I inherited his ship and became a Commander myself."
"When Imperator Mordanticus informed me of my heritage, I knew I had to accept my identity as a Duval. I've seen how diminished the Empire has become, and I know that new leadership is sorely needed."
"I ask you to honour the legacy of the Duval bloodline. With Nova Imperium, let's save the Empire we love."

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https://gonegeeky.com/threads/mamba-and-krait-phantom-released.7463/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsTwo new ships marketed towards independent pilots, the Mamba and the Krait Phantom, have just hit the market.
Zorgon Peterson issued the following press release for its new vessel:
"If it's speed and firepower you want, the Mamba is for you. Based on a racing prototype, it's the fastest commercially available starship, and it sports enough hardpoints for a range of devastating weaponry. Whether you're leaving competitors in the dust or running rings around those pesky Thargoids, think Mamba!"
Faulcon DeLacy also released a statement for its latest design:
"The Krait Phantom offers true multi-role capability, allowing it to be customised for combat, mining or trading. And for explorers, its impressive jump range means you really can reach out to the stars. This is a ship that can handle it all."

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https://gonegeeky.com/threads/introducing-the-codex.7462/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsA new networked database system named the Codex has been released to the galactic community.
The Codex is a joint initiative from the Pilots Federation and Universal Cartographics, which issued the following joint statement:
"We are pleased to announce that the Codex has been automatically uploaded to the onboard systems of all vessels registered with the Pilots Federation."
"The Commander section of the Codex collates all ship data, including the pilot's personal achievements, while the Knowledge Base contains information on the galaxy's most prominent organisations and individuals."
"The Discoveries section is designed to support deep-space exploration. As well as cataloguing stellar bodies and other phenomena, it also logs confirmed and unconfirmed findings from fellow explorers."
"We hope the Codex will prove valuable to all Commanders, and we look forward to it being updated with their findings."

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https://gonegeeky.com/threads/week-in-review.7461/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsHere are this week's major stories.
Two corporations have merged to form one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the galaxy. Allied Medical Industries has united with Neosalve Inc. to create Neomedical Industries, which will sell drugs, equipment and services to both Alliance and independent systems.
Independent company Vitadyne Labs has developed new pharmaceuticals that use nanoscale materials to repair cell damage on a molecular level. The company claims the nanomeds can heal injury in a fraction of the normal time, and even slow the ageing process. The Interstellar Health Organisation is reviewing the new medicines.
Nova Imperium has revealed its choice for Emperor – an eighteen year old man named Hadrian Augustus Duval. The group claims that Duval is the grandson of former emperor Hengist Duval, and that he has a legitimate claim to the Imperial throne. The group's leader, Imperator Mordanticus, has called for Hadrian to replace Arissa Lavigny-Duval.
Journalist Gethin Okonkwo has commented on the Far God outposts found in the Etain system, saying that the logs recovered from the outposts illustrated how the faith attracted people from varied backgrounds. Okonkwo also said that the book he is writing with Dr Alfred Ulyanov would reveal much about the Far God religion.
An obscure cult based in the Zlota system has requested a range of rare items for an arcane ceremony. A handwritten statement from Barnabas Cole, leader of a group named the Children of Tothos, elaborated on the nature of the ceremony. Zlota Federal Holdings, which is thought to have some connection to the cult, is overseeing the initiative.
Finally, a goodwill initiative from the Achilles Corporation has concluded. Chairman Gus Weaver of Achilles confirmed that the company had acquired enough commodities to manufacture replacements for the robots destroyed in the wake of the spy robot scandal. He also reminded consumers that the surveillance program at the heart of the scandal was safely deleted by the company's latest coreware update.
And those are the main stories this week.

Source: Galnet News]]>0Mysteries of the Far GodSat, 08 Dec 2018 14:29:29 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/mysteries-of-the-far-god.7460/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/mysteries-of-the-far-god.7460/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsJournalist Gethin Okonkwo has discussed the abandoned Far God cult outposts in the Etain system:
"During my months undercover as a Far God worshipper, I heard only whispered rumours about secret outposts. So the existence of two such settlements, on Etain 4a and 4c, proves that much remained hidden from me."
"The personal logs recovered from the outposts illustrate how the faith attracted people from varied backgrounds. I was astonished to hear the voice of a man with whom I once eagerly discussed the Far God's arrival, never realising that he was a Federal agent whose devotion was as fake as my own."
"The book I am co-writing with Dr Alfred Ulyanov will reveal much about the Far God religion, but it's clear that many of its mysteries are yet to be uncovered."

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https://gonegeeky.com/threads/nova-imperium-unveils-figurehead.7459/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsIsolationist group Nova Imperium has revealed its choice for Emperor – an eighteen year old man named Hadrian Augustus Duval.
The group's leader, Imperator Mordanticus, broadcast this message:
"It is incumbent upon me to reveal that Hengist Duval fathered not one but two illegitimate children in his younger days. A few years before meeting Florence Lavigny, he had a brief affair with a slave in the Imperial household. When Hengist's father discovered this, the matter was hushed up and the slave dismissed. The slave's son went on to sire a child of his own: Hadrian Duval, grandson of Emperor Hengist Duval. Hadrian was unaware of this until we located him and genetically confirmed his lineage."
"Arissa Lavigny-Duval is a weak Emperor who must be removed. We call for Hadrian Duval to be recognised as the true heir to the throne!"
The Imperial Herald's political journalist Cassia Carvalho observed:
"This announcement has shaken the Empire to its very foundations. Having Hadrian as a figurehead has rallied those hardliners more comfortable with the idea of a male Emperor. With a single stroke, Nova Imperium has gained considerable credibility and massively increased its support."

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https://gonegeeky.com/threads/cult-requests-rare-commodities.7458/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsAn obscure cult based in the Zlota system has requested a range of rare items for an arcane ceremony.
A handwritten statement from Barnabas Cole, leader of a group named the Children of Tothos, was submitted to the media:
"This is the rite that will unmask us and allow us to see the path – the path we will all take, together, toward freedom."
Zlota Federal Holdings, which is thought to have some connection to the cult, has requested Aganippe Rush, Motrona Experience Jelly and Onion Head to be delivered to Nusslein-Volhard Settlement in the Zlota system. It has also placed a kill order on all ships on its wanted list, to protect those delivering these rare commodities.
The initiative begins on the 6th of December 3304 and will run for one week. If the final target is met earlier than planned, the campaign will end immediately.

Source: Galnet News]]>0Achilles Corp Initiative ConcludesSat, 08 Dec 2018 01:56:25 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/achilles-corp-initiative-concludes.7457/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/achilles-corp-initiative-concludes.7457/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsA goodwill initiative from the Achilles Corporation has now concluded.
Chairman Gus Weaver of the Sol division of Achilles Corp announced:
"Thanks to the dedication of many independent traders, we have now acquired enough commodities to manufacture replacements for all robots destroyed in the wake of the spy robot scandal."
"I'd also like to remind our customers that the illegal surveillance program was safely deleted by our latest coreware update. Remember, you can always trust Achilles."
The deliveries were organised by the Adenets Pro-Alliance Bond, which also arranged to protect traders from attack. Pilots who contributed to the initiative can now collect their rewards from Henslow Market in the Adenets system.

Source: Galnet News]]>0New Nanomedicine AnnouncedSat, 08 Dec 2018 01:56:25 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/new-nanomedicine-announced.7456/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/new-nanomedicine-announced.7456/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsIndependent company Vitadyne Labs has developed an innovative new form of nanomedicine.
Professor Katrien Rook published the following press release:
"Nanomeds are sophisticated pharmaceuticals that use nanoscale materials to repair cell damage on a molecular level. They can heal any injury in a fraction of the normal time, and can potentially cure almost any disease and infection."
"Furthermore, regular use of nanomeds affects cellular senescence, drastically slowing the ageing process. In theory, nanomed users will live between 30 and 50 years longer, and will enjoy near-perfect health during those extra decades."
"After months of trials we are inviting medical authorities, including the Interstellar Health Organisation, to review our data. Pending approval, we hope to have Vitadyne nanomeds on the market soon."

Source: Galnet News]]>0New Nanomedicine AnnouncedThu, 06 Dec 2018 17:57:51 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/new-nanomedicine-announced.7455/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/new-nanomedicine-announced.7455/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsIndependent company Vitadyne Labs has developed an innovative new form of nanomedicine.
Professor Katrien Rook published the following press release:
"Nanomeds are sophisticated pharmaceuticals that use nanoscale materials to repair cell damage on a molecular level. They can heal any injury in a fraction of the normal time, and can potentially cure almost any disease and infection."
"Furthermore, regular use of nanomeds affects cellular senescence, drastically slowing the ageing process. In theory, nanomed users will live between 30 and 50 years longer, and will enjoy near-perfect health during those extra decades."
"After months of trials we are inviting medical authorities, including the Interstellar Health Organisation, to review our data. Pending approval, we hope to have Vitadyne nanomeds on the market soon."

Source: Galnet News]]>0Merger Creates Mega-CorporationWed, 05 Dec 2018 17:54:18 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/merger-creates-mega-corporation.7454/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/merger-creates-mega-corporation.7454/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsTwo eminent corporations have merged to form one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the galaxy.
Allied Medical Industries, based in Alliance space, has united with Neosalve Inc., a conglomerate that supplies medicines to a great many independent systems.
The new mega-corporation, Neomedical Industries, will sell a drugs, equipment and services to both Alliance and independent systems.
The merger was closely monitored by the Interstellar Health Organisation (IHO), an official inter-superpower body that regulates developments in medical science.
In the pharmaceutical arena, only the Vandermeer Corporation, which supplies medicines exclusively within Federal territory, is of a comparable size to the newly formed Neomedical Industries.

Source: Galnet News]]>0Week in ReviewSat, 01 Dec 2018 16:18:41 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/week-in-review.7453/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/week-in-review.7453/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsHere are this week's major stories.
Exothelogian Dr Alfred Ulyanov has commented on the abandoned Far God outposts recently discovered in the Etain system. In a statement, Dr Ulyanov said that information recovered from the sites would be invaluable to the book he is writing with Gethin Okonkwo about the Far God religion.
Aegis has announced a breakthrough that has effectively neutralised the disruptive effects of Thargoid Sensors on starports. New procedures in the application of meta-alloys mean that extremely small quantities are now sufficient to shield systems from disruption, resulting in a cure for what was once called 'the technological plague'.
Meanwhile, several Imperial senators have spoken in support of isolationist group Nova Imperium. Senator Pal Vespasian said that Imperator Mordanticus would be invited to address the Senate and detail his policies, and gave his backing to Nova Imperium's proposal to install a new Emperor.
Aegis has stationed a security force in the Meene system to protect the engineer Ram Tah. Professor Alba Tesreau said the force would provide continual support while allowing Ram Tah's operation to remain independent. There has been no response from the Sirius Corporation, which recently arrested a cabal of officers from its private fleet for launching an incursion into Meene.
The conflict between two rival factions in the Loha system has now come to an end. Freelance correspondent Karleen Troy reported that it had been a harrowing week for the people of Loha, but said that overall control of the system had finally been established.
Finally, the Achilles Corporation has announced plans to replace all robots destroyed as a result of the recent spy robot scandal. The organisation has placed an open order for quantities of robotics, computer components and microcontrollers, which will be used to produce brand new PA912 administration robots.
And those are the main stories this week.

Source: Galnet News]]>0Senators Support Nova ImperiumSat, 01 Dec 2018 16:18:41 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/senators-support-nova-imperium.7452/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/senators-support-nova-imperium.7452/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsSeveral Imperial senators have spoken in support of isolationist group Nova Imperium.
Senator Pal Vespasian made the following statement:
"Many of us see Nova Imperium not as extremists, but as realists. The citizenry is afraid of both Thargoid invasion and of being weakened by collaboration with foreign systems. They look to the Emperor for salvation…and she offers them none."
"We intend to invite Imperator Mordanticus to address the Senate and detail his policies. This is a historic opportunity to restore the Empire's honour and integrity."
"Furthermore, Nova Imperium's proposal to install a new Emperor has my full backing."

Source: Galnet News]]>0Aegis Offers Security to Ram TahFri, 30 Nov 2018 15:22:24 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/aegis-offers-security-to-ram-tah.7451/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/aegis-offers-security-to-ram-tah.7451/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsAegis has stationed a security force in the Meene system to protect the engineer Ram Tah.
An announcement was made by Professor Alba Tesreau:
"Ram Tah's research has been enormously beneficial to our understanding of the Thargoids, and resulted in developments that aid us in the conflict. We therefore have a vested interest in protecting his work."
"We have deployed a security force that will provide continual support while allowing Ram Tah's operation to remain completely independent. Hopefully this will prevent any further disruption."
There has been no response from the Sirius Corporation, which recently arrested a cabal of junior officers from its private fleet for launching an incursion into Meene. Li Yong-Rui, the CEO of Sirius Corp, has allegedly withdrawn his offer to work with Ram Tah on Guardian-human technology.

Source: Galnet News]]>0Hostilities in Loha ConcludeThu, 29 Nov 2018 19:04:01 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/hostilities-in-loha-conclude.7450/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/hostilities-in-loha-conclude.7450/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsThe conflict between two rival factions in the Loha system has now come to an end.
Karleen Troy, freelance warzone reporter, delivered a report for the Vox Galactica news service:
"This has been a harrowing week for the people of Loha. In that time, I've witnessed acts of brutality and heroism from both sides. But now that their resources are exhausted, overall control of the system has finally been established."
"For those pilots who took advantage of the conflict, this will have been a profitable exercise. Both factions have announced that pilots can now collect their rewards from Whitworth Station in the Loha system."

Source: Galnet News]]>0Achilles Corp InitiativeThu, 29 Nov 2018 19:04:01 +0000https://gonegeeky.com/threads/achilles-corp-initiative.7449/
https://gonegeeky.com/threads/achilles-corp-initiative.7449/invalid@example.com (GalNet News)GalNet NewsThe Achilles Corporation has announced plans to replace all robots destroyed as a result of the recent spy robot scandal.
Chairman Gus Weaver of the Sol division of Achilles Corp said:
"We take customer support seriously. That's why we're offering to replace – free of charge – any robots destroyed or damaged by owners who suspected them of behaving inappropriately."
"To achieve this, we've asked the Adenets Pro-Alliance Bond to organise deliveries of robotics, computer components and microcontrollers to Henslow Market in the Adenets system. These will be used to produce brand new PA912 administration robots and other models."
"The Adenets Pro-Alliance Bond has also placed a kill order on all ships on its wanted list, to ensure that those delivering commodities can do so safely.
The initiative begins on the 29th of November 3304 and will run for one week. If the final target is met earlier than planned, the campaign will end immediately.